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Disposable Surgical Instruments

Surgeons use specialty tools for performing specific actions during surgery. Some operating tools are designed for general use, while others are designed for a specific procedure or purpose. Physicians use disposable surgical items one time on one patient, then dispose of them when they are no longer needed. These items must also cause little to no bodily disruption or tissue trauma, as surgeons prefer to use minimally invasive tools.

  1. Twin Bore Nasal Catheter

    • Surgeons use the twin bore nasal catheter to efficiently administer oxygen; this design frees the mouth for communication and nutritional purposes.

    Nasal Oxygen Catheter

    • The nasal oxygen catheter has an open distal end with multiple lateral eyes so the oxygen distributes evenly. Holes called lateral eyes disperse oxygen out the sides of the nasal catheter rather than deeper inside and directly down the nose to help prevent oxygen burns. Typically, this nasal catheter comes color coded for size identification, according to Michelle Buckman, author of "Medical Assisting Made Incredibly Easy."

    Oxygen Mask

    • An oxygen mask, designed for easy administration of oxygen, has a molded face mask with adjustable straps and a nose clip for comfort. The mask also incorporates a plastic tube.

    Guedel Airways

    • Guedel airways maintain an unobstructed airway during or following the administration of general anesthesia in patients. Surgeons also utilize Guedel airways for other unconscious patients. A hard bite clock prevents patients from swallowing the piece and biting their tongue.

    Trachestomy Tube

    • These tubes, designed for short-term tracheotomies, come equipped with a soft and flexible flange; an added x-ray opaque line outlines the exact location of the trachestomy tube in an x-ray.

    Suction Catheter

    • Doctors utilize a suction catheter to remove secretions of the mouth and fluid in the bronchial tube.

    Urotheral Catheter

    • This catheter, used for the removal of secretion from the mouth, has other uses including removal of secretion from the trachea and bronchial tubes. One end fits with a standard funnel shape for suction. The funnels usually come color coded for size.

    Umbilical Cord Clamp

    • An umbilical cord clamp fastens the umbilical cord after birth. Placing the clamp at a specific angle allows easy movement.

    Umbilical Catheter

    • This catheter gives intermittent or continuous access to the umbilical artery or vein of a newborn infant. The low mount allows proper IV therapy.

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